2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 955 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Terios | Frontera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |